GLOWCOMA: chapter 1
- November 23, 2019
- Tsvetomir Georgiev
Get on Steam"Glowcoma: Chapter 1" is a Sci-Fi FPS survivor horror game, where players must fight hordes of monsters with heavy firearms and special weapons to survive. The game features the collection of special ability items, firearm weapons, and objects, while revealing its story piece by piece. With each chapter, players will develop their skills, weapons, and abilities to survive in this dangerous world.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game has impressive graphics and atmosphere, especially considering it was developed by a single person.
- The monster designs are unique and creative, contributing to a thrilling horror experience.
- For its low price, the game offers a fun and engaging gameplay experience, making it a worthwhile purchase.
- The game is very short, with playtime averaging around 30 to 60 minutes, leaving players wanting more content.
- There are numerous technical issues, including crashes and bugs that hinder the gameplay experience.
- The combat mechanics and controls need improvement, as players have reported frustrations with aiming and key customization.
- graphics21 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their stunning realism and impressive quality, especially considering it was developed by a single person. However, some players noted issues with depth of field effects and a lack of customizable graphic options, which can detract from the overall experience. Despite these concerns, the visuals are generally regarded as a highlight of the game, showcasing the potential of indie development.
“The graphics are also stunning. I love how it may be a game that's different from most new games, but it has an amazing sense of realism.”
“It has great graphics and good gameplay for a game that was made by only one person.”
“For a game that is made by a single person, the visuals, sounds, and combat are something that even big studios can only dream about.”
“Though it has potential, it has cons, such as graphic options and lack of controller support.”
“Generally, it requires a very in-depth tuning of the graphics as I played on an i7 8700k with 1080ti on 4k (slow downs when rocks are falling) and the extremely aggressive blur, depth of field, and chromatic aberration killed the beautiful environments.”
“The game will not allow you to select any graphical changes from the menu.”
- atmosphere20 mentions
- 65 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for its dark, immersive qualities that effectively evoke fear and suspense, making it a standout in the horror genre. Players appreciate the combination of chilling sound design, haunting visuals, and well-crafted monster designs that draw them into a mysterious, post-apocalyptic world. While some reviewers note minor areas for improvement, the overall consensus is that the atmosphere is a significant strength, enhancing the gameplay experience.
“What this game has in spades is atmosphere.”
“The dark haunting atmosphere and the depressing music will make you believe you are in this post-apocalyptic ruined world infested with monsters from a nightmare.”
“One thing that I love is the atmosphere; it's dreadful. You don't know what happens or where exactly you are, and there is a mystery that makes you wonder what those creatures are and why people are mutating.”
“The atmosphere of the game is what every horror FPS tries for but often misses the mark.”
“The area has a bit of atmosphere, but I wish they did more with it.”
“The dark, haunting atmosphere and the depressing music will make you believe you are in this post-apocalyptic ruined world infested with monsters from a nightmare.”
- gameplay13 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The gameplay is generally well-received, featuring fast-paced mechanics reminiscent of Doom 3, with a variety of weapons and special ammo that enhance the experience. However, players note that some mechanics require reworking, particularly key customization and the utility of certain tools like the flashlight. Overall, while the gameplay is engaging and easy to navigate, it could benefit from some fine-tuning and polish.
“It has great graphics and good gameplay for a game that was made by only one person.”
“It gave me some Doom 3 vibes, but the gameplay is faster and more frantic.”
“Game worked like a charm, gameplay might need some polishing.”
“The gameplay is a simple shooter; you have all of the common weapons like machine guns, shotguns, miniguns, and grenade launchers, but you have special ammo that spices up the gameplay.”
“That being said, the game automatically ran at 4K and wouldn't allow me to change it, so the only way I could record my gameplay to show you what I'm talking about was to downscale it to 720p from 4K.”
- story7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as minimal and lacking depth, with players expressing a desire for a more developed narrative. Set on an alien-monster planet, the premise involves survival through combat, but many reviewers feel that the focus should shift from combat mechanics to enriching the storyline. Overall, while the gameplay is enjoyable, there is a strong call for more substantial storytelling elements in future updates.
“Tbh, the enjoyment was very short, but I would love to see more, with improved game options and a well-developed story.”
“Since the game needs a narrative, I would really like to write a fan story for myself and imagine what the game could be in the future.”
“+original story developing”
“If the dev were to continue with this game, I would suggest introducing a bit more story; also, the waves of enemies are really not needed.”
“Just put less weapons, ammo, and enemies, and focus more on the story.”
“To be honest, the enjoyment was very short, but I would love to see more, with improved game options and a well-developed story.”
- stability2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from several stability issues, including glitches and a lack of weight in both weapons and enemy animations, which detracts from the overall experience. Users are calling for fixes to these problems to enhance gameplay.
“Unfortunately, it doesn't come without issues. Guns feel very weak, monsters are oddly floppy with no real weight to them, and there are various glitches.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for its ability to create a dark, haunting atmosphere that enhances the immersive experience of the post-apocalyptic setting. The ambient sound and melancholic tunes effectively evoke feelings of despair and tension, making players feel as though they are truly navigating a nightmarish world.
“Nice environment, great ambient sound and music.”
“The dark, haunting atmosphere and the depressing music will make you believe you are in this post-apocalyptic ruined world infested with monsters from a nightmare.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization model is generally favorable, as there are no intrusive ads; however, players express frustration over limited control options and the game's hold-only mechanics.
“The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending money.”
“I find the in-game purchases to be overpriced and not worth the value they provide.”
“The limited control options and constant push for microtransactions really detract from the overall experience.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's optimization has been criticized, with users reporting poor performance even on capable hardware, such as a GTX 1070 and an i7 6700k, struggling to maintain 60fps at 2k resolution. This contrasts sharply with other titles like Doom 2016, which run smoothly at higher settings on the same system.
“Performance is not good. I have a GTX 1070 and an i7 6700K (haven't overclocked either one of these yet), and I was struggling to get 60 FPS at 2K resolution. I can play Doom 2016 at max settings and get above 90 FPS.”
